Manchester United transfer news: Louis van Gaal set to be handed funds to land primary targets to ensure top four spot

Louis van Gaal will be given the green light to land his primary transfer targets following a meeting with the United bosses.(Getty Images)

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is reportedly set to be given the green light to go on another spending spree to strengthen the side to ensure a place in the top four and challenge for the title next season.

According to the Mirror, the Red Devils boss is to meet chief executive Ed Woodward and other members of the United hierarchy on Friday to discuss transfer plans and identify targets for the January transfer window and the summer.

The United boss spent over £150m during last summer's transfer window and is set to be given a similar amount to spend in this calendar year to complete the overhaul of his team.

The Dutchman has already identified the players he wants to bring and will be given the funds required to rope in his primary targets.

Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels and AS Roma's Kevin Strootman are the priority targets, with Nathaniel Clyne of Southampton and Seamus Coleman of Everton being looked at for the right wing-back role.

With the Bundesliga club having their worst season in the club's history, it is believed that a bid in the region of £40m could convince his current employers to part with their prize possession. Van Gaal is even willing to wait till the summer to get his number one defensive target.